Hawaii HB1988 prohibits the commercial collection of aquatic life for the aquarium pet trade.
Hawaii HB1988 aims to protect the state's coral reefs by prohibiting the commercial collection of aquatic life for the aquarium pet trade. This bill recognizes the importance of herbivorous fish in maintaining reef health and the economic value of coral reefs. It allows for the issuance of special activity permits and recreational permits for noncommercial capture. The bill also mandates that commercial marine dealers issue detailed receipts for marine life transactions.
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